Chapter 243 Chapter 243: For over a decade, she had raised their daughter well. Surely, she deserved some compensation. Gratitude. A share in that fortune. The Roberts family had been declining steadily, their former glory slipping away year by year. But now, an opportunity stood before her. Tatiana’s eyes sharpened
Chapter 242 Chapter 242: It was, admittedly, a bold move, and he wasn’t entirely sure it would work. Yet when Yelena accepted his offer without outright rejection, a quiet sense of relief settled over him. A flicker of disbelief crossed Yelena’s face. Passing by? Really? Did he think she was
Chapter 241 Chapter 241: With that, Yelena walked toward Austin’s car, and the two left together. The sleek vehicle glided away, leaving the crowd of onlookers behind. For a moment, silence reigned as everyone processed what had just unfolded. Then, almost in unison, their gazes shifted to Monica. The heat
Chapter 240 Chapter 240: One failed attempt wasn’t the end. This wasn’t over. Outside, Yelena was walking alongside the other guests when a sleek Porsche glided to a stop in front of the hotel, its polished exterior gleaming under the lights. The door opened, and a tall, commanding figure stepped
Chapter 239 Chapter 239: The plan had been airtight, or so she thought. Every piece meticulously placed, every step accounted for. And yet, here she was, scrambling to pick up the shattered remnants of her scheme. The waitress, desperate for an exit, didn’t need to be told twice. She slipped
Chapter 238 Chapter 238: Every piece of jewelry she owned was custom-made to avoid this exact issue. Her gaze swept across the room as she shook her head. Funny how none of them had considered this when they decided to throw accusations at her. The weight of her words hung
Chapter 237 Chapter 237: The quiet confidence in Yelena’s words sent a chill through Bella. When the police arrived, whispers surged anew, curiosity and dread rising in equal measure. The investigation commenced quickly. The surveillance footage revealed little—only Yelena entering the ladies’ room alone. With no conclusive visuals, the officers
Chapter 236 Chapter 236: The fallout would be swift and unforgiving. And Bella would finally be free of her rival. But Yelena wasn’t playing their game. She didn’t flinch. She didn’t falter. Instead, she eyed the ring with the detached curiosity one might reserve for a dull museum exhibit. “I’ll
Chapter 235 Chapter 235: “Yelena, shut up! You’re making that up p> The outburst had the unintended effect of drawing the crowd’s attention to Sonya. Yelena’s words struck a nerve, one tied to a scandal Sonya had worked tirelessly to bury. With her temper unraveling, the accusation loomed like a
Chapter 234 Chapter 234: So be it. If they wanted her attention, they now had it. Yelena’s voice cut through the charged silence, calm but carrying an edge that demanded notice. “Why are you all staring at me? I went to clean a stain off my dress, not hunt for
Chapter 233 Chapter 233: “Monica, where on earth did you disappear to?” Amanda’s voice trembled with concern, her mind racing with the thought of failing to properly care for their esteemed guest. Her parents had made it clear—Monica was to be looked after with the utmost attention. “It’s nothing, don’t
Chapter 232 Chapter 232: “Miss Mitchell, it’s very kind of you to say that, but you don’t know Yelena like we do—she’s cold, standoffish, and downright unpleasant,” Sonya scoffed, her tone dripping with malice. It was a calculated move. If everyone believed Yelena was a lost cause, they’d steer clear
Chapter 231 Chapter 231: Yelena, however, seemed oblivious to the stares and gossip. Uninterested in the superficial chatter around her, she simply walked away, heading toward the food. If it were up to her, she would have left the party altogether. But she had to stay—this was what her mother
Chapter 230 Chapter 230: And yet, the thought gnawed at her. Could Yelena really have wormed her way into the wealthiest family in town? The idea was completely absurd, and her mind raced with possibilities. Still, Sonya didn’t want to cause a scene in front of the high-society crowd gathered
Chapter 229 Chapter 229: Monica casually asked, “Who’s that girl in the white p> Bella, ever eager to speak up, replied with a quick smile, “That’s my sister. We only just reconnected. There was a mix-up at her birth, and she was raised by another family before p> Monica raised
Chapter 228 Chapter 228: But Yelena wasn’t blind to Bella’s games—if she pushed too far, Yelena wouldn’t hesitate to set her straight. With that unspoken understanding, the two women set off toward the hotel. This time, the event was held at a posh luxury hotel, the perfect setting for a
Chapter 227 Chapter 227: Yelena glanced at her reflection and smiled faintly, her confidence quietly radiant. She had achieved the look she wanted—graceful and unassuming, yet impossible to ignore. Bella, on the other hand, watched the process with thinly veiled irritation. Every stroke of the brush on Yelena’s already flawless
Chapter 226 Chapter 226: John decided it was time to steer the conversation, a gentle nudge to make Monica rethink her expectations. “So, Austin,” he called out, leaning back in his chair casually, “have you heard from Yelena lately p> Austin glanced up, his expression neutral. “Not really. I just
Chapter 225 Chapter 225: Meanwhile, in the private room, Austin seemed unusually distracted. Monica, ever perceptive, noticed it immediately. Something about Austin had shifted since he’d laid eyes on that woman. Monica couldn’t help but feel a twinge of unease. Who was she? There was no denying the woman was
Chapter 224 Chapter 224: She carried a quiet confidence, certain that her vision of becoming Austin’s wife was only a matter of time. To her knowledge, Austin didn’t have any other women in his life at the moment. His world revolved around work. This was her window of opportunity, her